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Friday, August 13, 2010

Family Activities and Events for the End of Summer

Fun activities for the whole family to enjoy in the last few weeks of summer. We wanted to share some family friendly activities taking place in Westchester, NY, Greenwich, Conn. and Manhattan to enjoy in the last few weeks of summer. Have a wonderful August!

August 202010 RiverFlicks for Kids: Free Outdoor Summer Movie Series - Hudson River Park's Pier 46, ManhattanEnjoy family favorite movies outdoors along the Hudson River, every Friday evening from July 9 through August 20. All films are rated G or PG. Complimentary popcorn. Refreshments available for purchase.http://www.nymetroparents.com/neweventinfo.cfm?id=59738

August 21Movies for Kids and Their Families: "The Great Muppet Caper" - Jacob Burns Film Center, WestchesterJim Henson’s second live-action Muppet feature stars Kermit, Fozzie, and Gonzo as investigative reporters hot on the trail of a jewel thief. Filled with corny jokes, and musical numbers. Rated Ghttp://www.nymetroparents.com/neweventinfo.cfm?id=60877

Explore the Stream - Westport - Learn about the streams and rivers that run through town. Explore Stony Brook. Go into the water so wear sneakers and old clothes. Earthplace-Nature Discovery, 10 Woodside Lane. 11 a.m.-noon. Free with admission. 203-227-7253.

Adventures of Huckleberry Finn - Bridgeport - This lecture will look at Mark Twain's masterpiece in the context of the history of race relations in America from slavery to the Civil Rights Movement. Barnum Museum, 820 Main St. 3 p.m. Museum admission. 203-331-1104.

Shakespeare on the Green - Ridgefield - Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival presents an original interpretation of The Taming of the Shrew. Green Expo begins at noon. Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 2 p.m. show. Free, tickets must be reserved. 203-438-5795.

August 22Family Pond Exploration - Audubon Greenwich, FairfieldHop around the pond with Audubon staff and get up close to the tiny creatures that call the nearby pond home. Equipment provided. Space limited. RSVP to Store at x221http://www.nymetroparents.com/neweventinfo.cfm?id=62704

Family Art Project: Fishy Fun -Wave Hill, Riverdale, NYFocus on friends with fins, especially those popular goldfish swimming in the Aquatic Garden. Turn colorful paper bags into 3-D fish that can swim through the air and flutter home with you.http://www.nymetroparents.com/neweventinfo.cfm?id=63197

August 25The Boogers - Westport - Anti-Barney and the Wiggles' worst nightmare, they sound like a cross between the Ramones and a book of nursery rhymes! Pre-show festivities at 6:30 p.m. Levitt Pavilion, 40 Jesup Road. 7 p.m. Free. 203-221-2153.